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  • Parts Needed to Flat Tow a 1986 Suzuki Samurai
  • The Roadmaster base plates, # 1003-1, attach to the frame of the 1986 Suzuki Samurai. they do not replace or attach to the bumper on the vehicle. With the base plates installed you will then need a compatible tow bar. Any Roadmaster tow bar will work. A very cost effective tow bar is # RM-020. I have included a link to the installation details for you to view. If the tow bar you have is not a Roadmaster tow bar, there may be an adapter that will work with it. You will also need safety...
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  • Weight Capacity for the Trailer Valet Trailer Jack # STC-V21
  • The Trailer Valet Trailer Jack # STC-V211 that you referenced has a 500 lb tongue weight rating. Check out the review video I attached for more information.
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  • No Splice Trailer Wiring Recommendation for 1987 Suzuki Samarai
  • The only ones we carry are universal style kits that require splicing with the exception of the ZCI # 119250KIT which is a fit for your 1987 Suzuki Samaria and is a universal kit but due to it's design does not require cutting of turn signal wires.
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  • Cover Recommendation for 1987 Suzuki Samurai and 2720 Trail Manor
  • You qukk need a car cover for your 1987 Suzuki Samurai but we do not carry car covers. When your 2720 Trail Manor is closed the length is 20 foot 3 inches so for a cover the Adco Tyvek All Climate Cover part # 290-12252 would fit and work well. This works great basically in all climates and is the correct size for your pop up as well.
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  • Base Plate For 1991 Suzuki Samurai to Flat Tow With Roadmaster Nighthawk Tow Bar
  • There is indeed a base plate for a 1991 Suzuki Samurai, so long as it does not have a brush guard, but does have front tie-downs. I checked with Roadmaster, and it is also compatible with the Nighthawk, but will need an adapter as it is a crossbar-style base plate. The correct part are the following: - Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plate Kit # 1003-1 - Roadmaster Nighthawk All Terrain, Non-Binding Tow Bar # RM-676 - Replacement Quick Disconnect Crossbar Assembly for Roadmaster Motorhome...
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  • Where Does the Roadmaster Base Plate part # 1003-1 Install on a 1986 Suzuki Samurai
  • The Roadmaster base plate kit part # 1003-1 that you referenced attaches behind your front bumper to the vehicle frame, but the attachment point for the tow bars will be out in front of the bumper. In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. The most popular compatible tow bar is the Falcon 2, # RM-520. For safety cables you can use # RM-643. The coiled design helps keep the cables...
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  • Diameter of Hole That Runs Through Timbren Spring # TJFJ10
  • The diameter of the hole that runs down the middle of the Timbren spring of part # TJFJ10 is 1/2 inch.
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  • Flat Towing a 1990 Suzuki Samurai With Separate Tail Light Wiring
  • The long and short of it is your 1990 Suzuki Samurai has turn signals and brake lights on a different circuit. This is a common issue when flat towing, and the solution for you is going to be using the 6-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles with Separate Lighting # 154-792-118158, which has the converter you'll need to wire. Please look at the help article I've attached on wiring a dinghy and follow the second procedure. This will outline all the steps you will need to take to...
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  • Does Installation Of Base Plates For 1988 Suzuki Samurai Use Tie-Down Loops
  • I have attached the installation instructions for the Roadmaster Classic Base Plate Kit, part # 1003-1 for your 1988 Samurai. Per the instructions the tie-down loops are actually used when installing the base plate. There is no drilling needed per the instructions. This will use existing holes on your Suzuki. The tow bar I recommend is part # RM-020. For safety cables I recommend part # RM-643. We do not show any lighting for your Suzuki so I recommend magnetic tow lights like part #...
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  • Instructions For Installing Roadmaster Base Plate #1003-1 On 1988 Suzuki Samurai
  • Per your request, I have attached the installation instructions for the Roadmaster Classic Base Plate Kit, Item # 1003-1, for your 1988 Samurai. There is no drilling needed per the instructions because you will use the existing holes on your Suzuki. I know you already have a tow bar and you probably have everything else you need for flat towing. However, certain things are needed for safe flat towing besides the base plates and tow bar. You also need safety cables, lighting for the...
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  • Can Convert a Ball Fifth Wheel Adapter be Locked
  • Your Convert-a-Ball 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter part # CAB-C5G can be locked with a padlock like our part # ML4140LH. You'd pass the shackle of the lock through the locking handle slot and out the hole in the foot of the coupler. This prevents the coupler from being opened, so it can be used while the trailer is hitched or when it's not. Either way, the lock will help deter theft by making it difficult to unlock the coupler.
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  • Is the Bestop Replace-A-Top for the Suzuki Samuri Available in Different Colors
  • The tops for the 1990 Suziki Samurai, see link, come in black, black denim, and white denim. If you are looking for the Bestop Replace-A-Top for Suzuki Samurai, item # B5136101, it is also available in black denim # B5136115 and white denim # B5136152.
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  • Does The Pavement Ends Replace-A-Top For Suzuki Samurai Come With Tinted Windows Or Can I Tint Them
  • I contacted our representative at Bestop, and she informed me that there is not a top that comes with tinted windows for your 1986 Suzuki Samurai. The windows on the Top are made of vinyl. She informed me that she has heard of customers getting the vinyl windows on their tops tinted but that there are only a few places that will do it. You will need to check with a tint shop in your area to see if they are able to tint vinyl windows.
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  • How to Determine if a Trailer has a 13 inch Rim with a 4 on 4 inch Bolt Pattern
  • It sounds like you have a bolt pattern of 4 on 4 inch, but the dimension you listed is slightly off from what this bolt pattern is. What you will want to do is measure from one hole center straight across to the hole center opposite of it. If this dimension is right at 4 inches then you do have a 4 on 4 inch bolt pattern and all of the rims at the attached link will fit.
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  • Difference Between 3 Terminal and 4 Terminal Solenoid
  • You are correct. With a 3 terminal solenoid like the # PK5231201, the mounting hardware will serve as the ground connection. A 4 terminal solenoid like the # PK5232401 will require a dedicated ground wire from that additional terminal for this function. When choosing between the two, I do recommend going with a 3 terminal like # PK5231201, as it simply eliminates the need for a separate ground wire, which will in turn require you to drill another hole into the trailer's frame.
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  • Strong Hitch & Ball Mount Exclusive For 1986 Suzuki Samurai
  • You have asked for a hitch that mounts directly to the frame but there is not one made for your vehicle. For a bumper mount hitch you will need a Curt # C11277 Hitch that bolts to your Samurai. To this hitch you can add a hitch ball with a 3/4" threaded shank. You can choose from the Draw-Tite # 19256 for a 1-7/8" ball or the Curt # C40018 for a 2" ball. Your ball size will be determined by the couple size on your trailer. You mentioned having a Reese tow bar (ball mount) but that will...
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  • Does my Tow Bar Wiring Harness Require the use of Hy-Power Diodes
  • Wherever you use the RV to signal the vehicle's factory lights, diodes will be needed to stop the backflow of electricity. If you are using a set of external lights like part # TL21RK then the diodes will not be needed but since you have the wiring harness attached to your factory lights then you will want to use a set of diodes like part # RM-794. I have attached a diode installation help article for you to take a look at as well.
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  • Base Plate For 1988 Suzuki Samurai That Fits Roadmaster 522 Tow Bar
  • It sounds like you have been flat towing but are just changing the vehicle being towed to the Samurai. The Roadmaster # 1003-1 Base Plate Kit would be the perfect fit for your Roadmaster # RM-522 "Falcon" All Terrain Tow Bar. If you need a tow bar wiring kit to connect the new vehicle you could use the Roadmaster # RM-152-98146-7 Universal Wiring Kit.
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  • Adapter to Go from 6-Way Square on Tow Vehicle to 4-Way Flat Trailer Side Connector
  • It sound like you want the opposite of adapter # 30104. That would mean your tow vehicle has a 6-Way square connector. What you can do is use # 37995 which has both the vehicle end and trailer ends. On the trailer end, you can wire the loose wires to a vehicle side 4-Way, # HM48190. Then you will have a 6-Way square to 4-Way flat adapter. The other option is to just replace the 4-Way flat on the trailer with the trailer end 6-Way that comes with # 37995.
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  • Do the Door Panels On a Suzuki Samurai Need Removed To Replace the Side Mirrors
  • Yes, you will need to remove the door panel most likely to replace the side mirrors on a Suzuki Samurai with the K-Source Replacement Side Mirror part # KS69005S for passenger or part # KS69006S for driver side if the screws/bolts are not visible from inside the vehicle. That said, I was able to find some instructions online for removing the door panel which as you can see should not take too much effort. 1) Remove the window regulator crank handle. 2) Remove the inside door handle trim...
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